Brent Venables

Head coach Brent Venables during the Walk of Champions on Dec. 19, 2025.

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Eastern Kentucky sophomore offensive lineman Fred Hinton has committed to OU, according to 247 Sports' Collin Kennedy.

Hinton attended IMG Academy before choosing Eastern Kentucky out of high school as a three-star recruit. He made one start during his freshman year.

The transfer portal opened on Jan. 2 before closing on Jan. 16.

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